The new Android is available on Nexus devices, Apple is planning a curved iPhone for 2017, PlayStation Plus gets more expensive, unlock your Chromebook with a PIN code, and how paper can slice through wood.

Owners of Nexus devices, including the Nexus 6, the Nexus 5X, the Nexus 6P, the Nexus 9, and the Pixel C, should be upgraded to Android Nougat over the next few weeks. The same goes for anyone enrolled in the Android Beta Program. However, everybody else will have to wait until the phone manufacturers decide they’re worthy.

Apple Plans a Curved iPhone for 2017

Apple is rumored to be releasing a curved iPhone in 2017, as it prepares three new models designed to give consumers more choice. The iPhone equipped with a curved screen will be sold as a premium model, with the standard model (sans curves) coming in two different sizes.

This all comes courtesy of a report by the Nikkei Asian Review, which cites “a source familiar with Apple’s plans”. This source supposedly said, “There will be a 4.7-inch model, another that will be 5.5-inches and a premium handset that will be either 5.5-inches or larger equipped with a screen bent on the two sides.”

This description is rather vague, and leaves a lot of wiggle room as to the final design. However, if it’s true in any capacity, it suggests Apple is copying Samsung in its bid to win back customers. In fact, Samsung will be one of Apple’s suppliers, as the Korean company is the only one currently producing flexible OLED screens.

“PlayStation Plus strives to enrich your PlayStation experience through a world-class service built for our fans. This marks the first time that PS Plus membership prices will increase in the U.S. and Canada since the launch of the service in 2010. The new pricing reflects the current market conditions while enabling us to continue providing exceptional value to our members.”

Under normal circumstances, paper would completely fail to even make a dent in wood. But when it’s attached to a circular saw the motion makes it much stiffer and adds a healthy dose of friction. The result is a sheet of paper capable of slicing through wood. While leaving some rather impressive scorch marks. [H/T Reddit]

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Dave Parrack is a journalist from the UK. Growing up at a time when the internet was blossoming inspired his fascination with technology. With 10 years experience writing online, he's currently the Tech News writer and Entertainment editor at MakeUseOf. You can follow him at About.me.